Xica Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Xica

"Xica is a 1976 Brazilian comedy film directed and written by Carlos Diegues, based on the novel by João Felício dos Santos, which is a romanticized retelling of the true story of Chica da Silva, an 18th-century slave in Brazil, who attracts the attention of a powerful Portuguese land-owner and eventually rises into the Brazilian high society"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 1982 👥 8 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Xica is a 1976 Brazilian comedy film directed and written by Carlos Diegues, based on the novel by João Felício dos Santos, which is a romanticized retelling of the true story of Chica da Silva, an 18th-century slave in Brazil, who attracts the attention of a powerful Portuguese land-owner and eventually rises into the Brazilian high society
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
8
Life Path
Number 1

📖 What Does Xica Mean?

Xica is a 1976 Brazilian comedy film directed and written by Carlos Diegues, based on the novel by João Felício dos Santos, which is a romanticized retelling of the true story of Chica da Silva, an 18th-century slave in Brazil, who attracts the attention of a powerful Portuguese land-owner and eventually rises into the Brazilian high society. The movie stars Zezé Motta, Walmor Chagas and José Wilker.

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Xica is a 1976 Brazilian comedy film directed and written by Carlos Diegues, based on the novel by João Felício dos Santos, which is a romanticized retelling of the true story of Chica da Silva, an 18th-century slave in Brazil, who attracts the attention of a powerful Portuguese land-owner and eventually rises into the Brazilian high society. The movie stars Zezé Motta, Walmor Chagas and José Wilker.

Root Element
Xica
Core Meaning
"Xica is a 1976 Brazilian comedy film directed and written by Carlos Diegues, based on the novel by João Felício dos Santos, which is a romanticized retelling of the true story of Chica da Silva, an 18th-century slave in Brazil, who attracts the attention of a powerful Portuguese land-owner and eventually rises into the Brazilian high society"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Xica

X 6
I 9
C 3
A 1
SUM 1
1
Life Path
Independence & Leadership
1
Soul Urge
Independence & Leadership
9
Personality
Compassion & Idealism

Life Path 1 — Independence & Leadership: Natural-born leaders, ambitious, and self-reliant.

📊 Xica in Numbers

8 US bearers
1982 Peak year
Predominantly Female Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Xica" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Xica is a 1976 Brazilian comedy film directed and written by Carlos Diegues, based on the novel by João Felício dos Santos, which is a romanticized retelling of the true story of Chica da Silva, an 18th-century slave in Brazil, who attracts the attention of a powerful Portuguese land-owner and eventually rises into the Brazilian high society".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~8 people named Xica in the US. Peaked in 1982 with 8 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Xica?

The Life Path number for Xica is 1, associated with Independence & Leadership. Soul Urge: 1. Personality: 9.

Is Xica a boy or girl name?

Xica is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Xica in the US?

Approximately 8 people in the United States are named Xica. The name peaked in 1982 with 8 recorded uses.

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